Dave Capling

Dave Capling is a seasoned professional in the entertainment industry, currently serving as the Senior Manager and Head of Content Planning and Strategy at Pluto TV Canada, where they contribute to a service recently recognized as Canada’s Most Popular FAST Service of 2024. With over 20 years of experience, Capling has worked with prominent brands including TSN, YTV, and Disney Channel, and played a key role in the launch of Canada's first Women’s Sports television network, WTSN, in 2001. Previously, they were a Programming Manager at Channel Zero, overseeing programming strategy and compliance, and held various leadership roles at Corus Entertainment and Blue Ant Media. Capling earned a diploma in Radio, Television, and Film from Niagara College and has completed certificates in negotiation and Indigenous studies from the University of Michigan and the University of Alberta, respectively.